2 bedroom flat for sale

Nestled in the heart of the ever-popular historic town of Axbridge, this spacious two-bedroom apartment is bathed in natural light and exudes a welcoming, homely atmosphere. Originally a magistrate’s court, the building was thoughtfully converted into 13 individual apartments in the 1980s and has since been well maintained and managed.

Flat No. 8 is generously proportioned and accessed via a communal hallway that leads to its private front door. Upon entry, you'll find a large understairs cupboard - perfect for storing household essentials. Stairs then rise to the main living level, where the rest of the accommodation unfolds.

At the heart of the home is a bright and open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space - ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. The kitchen comes well-equipped with quality appliances, including a hob, oven, washer-dryer, and dishwasher.

Both double bedrooms are well-sized, featuring large sash windows and TV aerial points. The principal bedroom also benefits from an en-suite shower room and built-in storage, while a contemporary main bathroom is accessed from the hallway.

Externally, the property includes allocated parking, with additional visitor spaces available.

Our Vendors say... We have truly loved living in this property and will miss it dearly. The property has great square footage, bringing with it the benefits of an abundance of space, as well as storage. The history of the property brings character and the large windows throughout the building bring light and luminescence through the day, this is particularly beautiful during sunrise and sunset and never gets old.

What we love about this property... We love how it perfectly combines history, space, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Set in a thoughtfully converted former magistrate’s court in the heart of Axbridge, the apartment benefits from generous, light-filled rooms, including a bright open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area that’s ideal for both relaxing and entertaining.

Situation: Axbridge’s historic medieval square, with its pubs, café, shops and (notably!) the pharmacy, featured in 2026’s BBC TV sitcom ‘Can you Keep a Secret?’ with Dawn French, and showed the town off at its best, with many idyllic drone shots of this picturesque area. Axbridge itself is also lucky enough to have a post office, GP surgery, and a primary school, rated “Good” by Ofsted. Both primary and nursery schools are also available in nearby Weare, while older students typically attend the Kings of Wessex Academy () or one of the nearby independent schools, such as Sidcot School, Wells Cathedral School, or Millfield. Axbridge has a strong community spirit, hosting regular farmers’ markets, annual events, and even a unique pageant every decade. Steeped in history, the town was granted its Royal Charter in 1202 and remains one of Somerset’s most characterful small towns. Surrounded by stunning countryside, including the Mendip Hills’ Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Somerset Levels, Cheddar Reservoir, and the Strawberry Line cycle path, this location offers the best of both town and country living. Excellent transport links via the nearby M5 and A38 make commuting to Wells, Cheddar, Weston-super-Mare, or Bristol straightforward, with Bristol Airport just 20 minutes away. The coast is also easily reached, with sandy beaches a short drive from the town.

Directions: Travelling through Axbridge town centre, take a left when you reach the Co-op and the property can be found about 200 yards on the right-hand side. The door to access the flat is at the rear of the building with cream render. What3words: ///cheetahs.weeded.guitars

Material Information: This property operates on gas central heating. Council Tax band: C EPC Rating: D Tenure: Leasehold (500 years)